La Playa Travel Guide

San Diego

A coastal landscape with a clear sky, a body of water, and a bush of red flowers.
A marina filled with various boats docked in calm water.
A sailboat on calm waters with a cityscape and mountains in the background.
A sailboat on a body of water with a city skyline and mountains in the background.
A marina with various boats docked, a bridge, and a cityscape in the background.

Stay near popular La Playa attractions

Things to do


Top hotels in La Playa

Bay Club Hotel & Marina

Bay Club Hotel & Marina

3.5 out of 5
2131 Shelter Island Dr San Diego CA
The price is ฿5,108 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
฿5,108
฿5,872 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a marina and a health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (4,035 reviews)
"Food in dining room just average, but staff was great."

Reviewed on 21 Oct 2026

Bay Club Hotel & Marina
Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina

Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina

3 out of 5
2051 Shelter Island Dr San Diego CA
The price is ฿4,371 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
฿4,371
฿5,024 total
17 Nov - 18 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a marina. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,616 reviews)
"This is my 'go to' place when I need an overnight in San Diego. So close to the airport and downtown without being downtown. Great amenities and staff is always so wonderful, always responsive to my requests and needs."

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2026

Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina
Humphreys Half Moon Inn

Humphreys Half Moon Inn

3.5 out of 5
2303 Shelter Island Dr San Diego CA
The price is ฿5,844 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
฿5,844
฿7,389 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy a marina, a nightclub and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,147 reviews)
"We love Humphrey’s! Sierra the bar tender"

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2026

Humphreys Half Moon Inn
Kona Kai San Diego

Kona Kai San Diego

4 out of 5
1551 Shelter Island Drive San Diego CA
The price is ฿6,690 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
฿6,690
฿9,705 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Kona Kai San Diego
Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

4 out of 5
1355 N Harbor Drive San Diego CA
The price is ฿5,110 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
฿5,110
฿7,094 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
8.4/10 Very good! (6,341 reviews)
"The property is dirty, outdated, and noisy. I had to wipe down the dresser and nightstand when we got into the room as they had finger prints and water bottle marks on them. There were ants in the bathroom. The hotel is by the airport path so you hear the planes and a lot of planes are flying in ..."

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2026

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel

3.5 out of 5
950 Hotel Cir N San Diego CA
The price is ฿3,363 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
฿3,363
฿3,866 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
Handlery Hotel
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Where to stay in La Playa

Find the best La Playa areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Downtown San Diego

Known for its fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums and beautiful waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Diego. Top attractions like Petco Park and Port of San Diego are major draws. Catch the metro at Civic Center Station or Civic Center Station to see more of the city.

Pacific Beach

The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Pacific Beach. Make a stop by Mission Bay or Pacific Beach while you're exploring the area.

Gaslamp Quarter

Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House to Nova SD – discover Gaslamp Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Mission Beach

If you're spending some time in Mission Beach, Mission Bay and Mission Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Mission Bay

If you're spending some time in Mission Bay, Mission Bay and Ski Beach are top sights worth seeing.



La Playa Travel Guide